GRE Word List

AMALGAM

a mixture of different elements

The meaning of the word amalgam is a mixture of different elements.

Random words

WordMeaning
accoutreto provide with equipment or furnishings : outfit
agglomerationthe action or process of collecting in a mass
devoteean ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport)
monasticof or relating to monasteries or to monks or nuns
integrityfirm adherence to a code of especially moral or artistic values : incorruptibility
pandemoniuma wild uproar (as because of anger or excitement in a crowd of people)
talonthe claw of an animal and especially of a bird of prey
rectifyto set right : remedy
nihilista viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless
arcaneknown or knowable only to a few people : secret